Module 1

Content Area: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)

Grade Levels: 8th grade

Problem: Why has the field of STEM emerged so much within the past few years?


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Module 2


Logistics

Unit Title: STEM Careers

Grade Level: 8th Grade

Subject: STEM

Duration: 5-6 days

Goals

Problem: Why has the field of STEM emerged so much within the past few years?

Technology Standard: Describe and illustrate a content-related concept or process using a model, simulation, or concept-mapping software.

Content Standard: Student will analyze the effects of changing employment trends, societal needs, and economic conditions.

Prerequisite Skills: Students must be knowledgeable of what STEM consists of; Students must know have basic computer skills (word processing, Internet, etc.)

Objectives, Outcomes, or Framing Question: What factors have affected the number of careers that developed in the field of STEM?